Klymit Static V Junior

[Ldog]

Hiked the AT in long sections with an HH and UQ, but carried a pad for shelter dwelling. And as a bony-hipped, side sleeper, I like one with a good bit of loft. So I was humping an Exped SynMat UL 7M. Supremely comfortable, warm R3.3, but relatively heavy at 17oz.

This year I plan to do a September nobo LT E2E with potential 30° nights towards the northern end. I can go with what I've got, but I'm a gram weenie, and always want to reduce my pack weight. So I was thinking of replacing that pad with something lighter, but still comfortable for a confirmed side sleeper.

I found Klymit's Static V Junior model. It's uninsulated but Klymit claims it's good to 35°. It sports 2.5” of loft. It's only 50.4 long, but I generally go full fetal. What's really nice is that it's a healthy 23" wide w/o much taper! At 13 ozs, it'd cut 4ozs from what I'm currently packing, and costs $45. Pretty good dollar to oz ratio ...

www.klymit.com/static-v-junior.html

I've been pretty happy with that idea for ground dwelling ... But can I leave my UQ at home? I've seen good comments on Static Vs in other threads, but this one is a bit different with its extra width and shorter length.

Whaddya think?

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[Texas Hanger]

My opinion is 4oz isn't worth the risk of having one or more cold sleepless nights. My insulated Klymit V (4.4R) has kept me warm both on and above ground. How about a backyard trial?

[Kroma]

Whaddya think?

I think I would use my hammock and avoid shelters. No pad needed.

[Ldog]

How about a backyard trial?

Certainly, if I chose to push the button, I will try it out in the backyard!

[Ldog]

I think I would use my hammock and avoid shelters. No pad needed.

Well, My preference is to hang most nights on a long hike. But when the rain's really coming down, and I have the option, I like to be in a shelter!